Turncap
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Turncap is a noun meaning A sort of chimney cap which turns round with the wind so as to present its opening to the leeward.
Meaning
A sort of chimney cap which turns round with the wind so as to present its opening to the leeward.
Example Sentences
a building furnished with cowls, or turncaps, with their vanes so arranged, that, while one shall receive the full force of the wind, the other may allow it to escape freely
Word Forms
- turncaps
- turn cap
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include abat-vent, mitre, headcap, capshore, flatcap, havelock.
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